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vitilgo & type 1 diabetes
i started gitn white spots on my body & went to the doctors & they told me it was vitilgo?they said that type 1 diabetics git it,but i had diebetes for 10 years now & it started like 4 years ago on my penis & now its starting to spread on my hands & armpits.so if any other type 1 diabetic out there has this problem could you reply &let me know what to do??didnt know if it because of the insulin or how much im takeing
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi there!
Vitiligo is unlikely to be cause by insulin but could be related to type 1 diabetes, both being autoimmune in nature. I would suggest consulting a dermatologist for suggesting an appropriate management plan.
Hope this information is helpful.
Take care!
Vitiligo is unlikely to be cause by insulin but could be related to type 1 diabetes, both being autoimmune in nature. I would suggest consulting a dermatologist for suggesting an appropriate management plan.
Hope this information is helpful.
Take care!
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